Cotyledon adscendens

Shrubby. Blue green leaves with red edges. Upright, salmon colored, dainty flowers borne on long spear.
height 2–2ft
width 6–24in
tolerates Deer, Drought, Wind
water
needs		 Low
water
info		 Most cotyledon are from the deserts of the world and as such like to go totally bone dry between waterings, making them very low-maintenance. If you see your cotyledon begin to shrivel or lose firmness, your plant is likely totally dry and should be watered.

This cotyledon comes from an area with winter rainfall and is actively growing during that time, when it is forgiving of overwatering errors. During summer dormancy it should be kept extra dry and will be intolerant of overwatering.

Remember that if kept in a small pot your plant will want more frequent watering.
hardy
to		 28F
exposure Full Sun – Part Shade
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
origin South Africa
california
native		 No

Outdoor Exposure Guide

Growing Notes

If the growth point is pinched off it will create multiple new leaders that can again be pinched, creating a bushier plant over time.

Special Interest

Easily propagated by cutting. This is best done in the fall.

The genus cotyledon are primarily from Southern Africa, and the name refers to the similarity of the leaves to the initial leaf that emerges from a seedpod (called a ‘cotyledon leaf’), which is uniquely shaped to fit in the seed.